The AbClo Education Course is designed to support open abdomen education by helping users understand what AbClo is, why it is needed, how it works, and the clinical gaps it addresses to enhance care delivery. This comprehensive AbClo training program uses a range of engagement tools, including instructional images and videos, to build capacity across multidisciplinary teams and support the successful application, assessment, and management of AbClo in open abdomen management pathways.
Curriculum
- 6 Sections
- 34 Lessons
- 1 Week
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- Module 1Intro to AbClo6
- Module 2The Challenge: Open Abdomen (OA) Closure6
- Module 3The AbClo Advantage8
- 3.03.1 AbClo Components – Part 1
- 3.13.1 AbClo Components – Part 2
- 3.23.2 How AbClo Work: Science and Mechanics – Part 1
- 3.33.2 How AbClo Work: Science and Mechanics – Part 2
- 3.43.3 AbClo Benefits and Results – Part 1
- 3.53.3 AbClo Benefits and Results – Part 2
- 3.6Module 3 – Key Takeaways
- 3.7Module 3 – Quiz2 Questions
- Module 4Instructions for Use11
- 4.04.1 Before Use Preparations and Considerations
- 4.14.2 Tension Balloon Gauge Calibration
- 4.24.3 Step by Step Application
- 4.34.4 Full Demonstration (Sim Lab)
- 4.44.5 AbClo Management
- 4.54.5.1 Tightening/Re-Tightening of the Cables
- 4.64.5.2 Tension Management
- 4.74.6 AbClo Removal
- 4.84.7 Best Practices and Recommendations
- 4.9Module 4 – Key Takeaways
- 4.10Module 4 – Quiz5 Questions
- Module 5AbClo in Real-Life4
- Resource Center1
Requirements
- There are no prerequisites for this course. This course is designed for independent and self-paced learning.
Features
- Tailored for healthcare systems to be able to build capacity in staff and expanding scope.
- A transferable tool of knowledge transfer for an interprofessional team.
- Easily accessible & easy to navigate.
Target audiences
- AbClo customers.
- Health care professionals.
- Medical device industry professionals.
- Students and researchers.

